Definitions
- Referring to a weapon designed to be launched and directed towards a target. - Talking about an object or device that is propelled through the air, such as a rocket or a bomb. - Describing an object that is designed to cause damage or destruction upon impact.
- Referring to an object that is thrown or propelled through the air. - Talking about an object that is not self-propelled but is instead launched by a device or force. - Describing an object that is designed to travel through the air and hit a target.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to objects that are propelled through the air.
- 2Both can be used as weapons.
- 3Both can cause damage or destruction upon impact.
- 4Both can be launched by a device or force.
- 5Both can be directed towards a target.
What is the difference?
- 1Design: Missiles are specifically designed for warfare and have guidance systems, while projectiles can be any object that is thrown or launched through the air.
- 2Function: Missiles are designed to hit a specific target, while projectiles may or may not have a specific target.
- 3Propulsion: Missiles are self-propelled, while projectiles are propelled by a device or force.
- 4Size: Missiles are typically larger than projectiles.
- 5Usage: Missiles are more commonly associated with military or warfare contexts, while projectiles can be used in a wider range of contexts, such as sports or science experiments.
Remember this!
Missile and projectile both refer to objects that are propelled through the air and can cause damage or destruction upon impact. However, missile is specifically designed for warfare and has guidance systems, while projectile can be any object that is thrown or launched through the air. Additionally, missile is self-propelled and designed to hit a specific target, while projectile may or may not have a specific target and is propelled by a device or force.
